Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Kevin Rehberg POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Village of Carpentersville Trustee 1.  Why are you seeking this position? The number one reason why I’m running is due to my concern over spending at every level of government within Illinois. Our property taxes have spiraled out of control. My property tax payments are now higher than my mortgage. This position provides a platform for me to fight on behalf of my fellow taxpayers. I have accomplished quite a bit in my first term such as abolishing the vehicle sticker tax, freezing the daily operating [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Diane Lawrence POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Village of Carpentersville Trustee 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking the position of Trustee for Carpentersville to bring a fresh new approach with loyalty to all our residents. A trustee needs to encourage the community to share ideas, concerns and offer suggestions. In turn the trustee must represent all the residents of Carpentersville. I love our community and the diversity that makes our community a wonderful place to live. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this [...]

Return to Candidate List NAME: John M. Skillman POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Village President of Carpentersville 1.  Why are you seeking this position? After retiring from the Village of Carpentersville after almost 30 years of public service in the fire department, most recently as Fire Chief, it is my desire to stay involved with the community. I feel that I am the most qualified candidate for Village President to lead our community into the future and in a more positive direction. As a life-long resident of Carpentersville, I am familiar with the Village’s operations and have worked closely with many businesses, [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Ed Ritter POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Village of Carpentersville Village President 1.  Why are you seeking this position? Carpentersville has made great strides over the last eight years. We have had stable taxes, excellent village services, a business friendly attitude, a vastly improved network of streets and other infrastructure, and most important a great improvement in our village's standing among the communities of Kane and McHenry County. I want to continue to be a part of this wonderful transformation. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this [...]